Anemometer+Wind Vane

Anemometer and wind vane

All files are available at : https://github.com/slash4you/Anemometre-Girouette.git

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Edit: 14/05/2026

Version : prototype

Status : work-in-progress

Progress : available on github

Real-world environment tests

Modification of cups (size and conical shape) to improve low wind sensitivity

Improved sealing of the control box to prevent water infiltration

ESPHome firmware update

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Edit: 30/04/2026

Version : prototype

Status : work-in-progress

Progress : available on github

PCB assembly

Anemometer measurement sensor assembly

Updated photos of the assembled model

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Edit: 11/04/2026

Version : prototype

Status : work-in-progress

Progress : available on github

Updated photos with the latest model version

PCB definition in KiCad

3D model definition of the PCB in Fusion360

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Edit: 18/02/2026

Status : work-in-progress

Updated photos with the latest model version

Model update :

• all adjustments updated
• simplified bearing assembly

First version of the control box electronics

ESPHome firmware development and optimization

First tests of power consumption vs battery charge

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Edit: 05/01/2026

Status : work-in-progress

Updated photos with the latest model version

Model update :

• all adjustments updated
• simplified solar panel mounting (technical space behind the panels and enlarged cable routing)
• increased propeller size
• modified bearing cages to reduce friction
• modified control box (enlarged cable routing)

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Edit: 28/12/2025

Status : work-in-progress

Updated photos with the latest model version

Model update :

• modified tolerances for a tight fit of bearings in their housing
• modified tolerances for the passage of longitudinal mounting axes in the base